On-Site Building Systems & Fire Safety Engineer

Amey Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Gym access

Catering facilities

Job summary

Amey Ltd is seeking a permanent General Building Engineer at HMP Kirklevington Grange in Yarm. You will maintain essential building, fire safety, security and compliance systems, supporting a safe, well‑maintained environment for inmates and staff.

The role involves completing planned checks, testing extinguishers and emergency lighting, and keeping accurate records using CAFM systems. We welcome candidates with practical building maintenance experience and a proactive, safety‑minded approach.

Qualifications

• Practical experience of general building maintenance and compliance activities.
• Experience of fire door and fire extinguisher maintenance.
• Experience of emergency lighting, residual current device testing and water temperature testing.
• Familiarity with fire alarm systems and their core points.
• Good IT skills and the ability to maintain accurate electronic records.
• A proactive, safety‑focused and collaborative approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain essential building, fire safety and security systems to support a safe and compliant prison environment.
• Complete planned checks and testing of fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, fire hoses, smoke vents and emergency lighting.
• Carry out fire door maintenance and checks on misting units.
• Complete residual current device testing and water temperature checks in accordance with site requirements.
• Undertake general tasks associated with CCTV and alarm systems.
• Raise, update and close remedial work through the Computer Aided Facilities Management system, maintaining clear and accurate records.

Skills

Building maintenance

Fire safety

Security systems

Record keeping

Tools

CCTV systems

Alarm systems

Job description

Amey Ltd is seeking a permanent General Building Engineer at HMP Kirklevington Grange in Yarm. You will maintain essential building, fire safety, security and compliance systems, supporting a safe, well‑maintained environment for inmates and staff.

The role involves completing planned checks, testing extinguishers and emergency lighting, and keeping accurate records using CAFM systems. We welcome candidates with practical building maintenance experience and a proactive, safety‑minded approach.